2000 Lotus Elise vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Elise | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |